Senior Employee Health and Wellness Practitioner at North West Office of the Premier

REQUIREMENTS :

• Three- year tertiary qualification in Social Work or Psychology at NQF level 6 and/or equivalent qualification (NQF level and credits). Registration with South African Council of Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker or Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Registered Counsellor. 2 years’ relevant experience in employee health and wellness of which 1 year should be at supervisory level. A valid driver’s licence

DUTIES :

• Implement and ensure compliance with policies and standards that regulate EHW and report on them. Management of HIV & AIDS/TB in the office. Provide support on Wellness management aspects. Provide Health and Productivity management services to OOP employees. Provide support on Sports and Recreation Management. Manage Bereavement and Workplace Violence including Gender Based Violence. Manage the effective functioning of the EHW Committee. Marketing the role of the EHW. Conduct needs assessment, Manage the infected and affected employees regarding health and wellness matters. Provide treatment and care support mechanisms. Render direct EHW services to employees of the office. Consult and train relevant stakeholders on EHW procedures. Conduct diagnostic assessments, short-term interventions, referral and follow-up services.